1985 Citroen CX vs. 1986 Subaru XT
To start off, 1986 Subaru XT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,672 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1986 Subaru XT. (147 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 216 kg more than 1986 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Citroen CX (300 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru XT. (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1986 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | CX | XT |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2470 mm |
